International Day for Mine Awareness Observed on April 4 with Theme ‘Invest in Peace’

International Day for Mine Awareness Observed on April 4 with Theme ‘Invest in Peace’

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Category : Important Days Published on: April 07 2026

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  • International Day for Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action was observed on April 4, highlighting the global threat of landmines and explosive remnants of war.
  • This year’s theme, ‘Invest in Peace; Invest in Mine Action’, emphasizes that peace cannot thrive on unsafe land contaminated by mines and unexploded ordnance.
  • On average, one person is killed or injured every hour due to explosive hazards, with children being highly vulnerable.
  • Mine action includes detection and removal of mines, victim assistance, rehabilitation, and policy coordination.
  • The day was established by the UN General Assembly in 2005 and has been observed annually since 2006.
  • It promotes global cooperation, funding, and innovation in mine clearance to support post-conflict recovery and development.
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